Greek and Latin-Just Add Water

Just Add Water

Greek and Latin Roots

hydra-/aqua-/ aqu-/ mar-/ mer-

dehydrate

To lose water or moisture; to become dry

hydroelectric

Related to electricity that is made from energy of falling water

hydrant

an upright pipe with a spout, noxxle, or other outlet, usually in the street for drawing water from a main pipe, especially for fighting fires

aquatic

living or taking place in water

aquaduct

channel that has been built to carry water over long distances

aquarium

a glass tank or bowl in which fish or other aquatic animals live

aquifer

an underground layer or rock that water continually moves through

marine

related to the sea; existing in or produced by the sea

marina

a small harbor where small boats can dock

maritime

on or near the sea